Theo Kahler
News Editor
Theo Kahler is the news editor at Runner’s World. He’s a former all-conference collegiate runner at Winthrop University, and he received his master’s degree in liberal arts studies from Wake Forest University, where he was a member of one of the top distance-running teams in the NCAA. Kahler has reported on the ground at major events such as the Paris Olympics, U.S. Olympic Trials, New York City Marathon, and Boston Marathon. He’s run 14:20 in the 5K, 1:05:36 in the half marathon, and enjoys spotting tracks from the sky on airplanes. (Look for colorful ovals around football fields.)
2,825 Registered Runners Did Certain Start the 2025 Boston Marathon
For those who did start this year’s event, 98.4 percent finished.
This ‘Runcle’ Ran His 48th Boston Marathon in a Row—and Stole the Show on TikTok
He only got his first smartphone a few years ago, but Mike Beeman has amassed quite the social media following—and has embodied the soul of the Boston Marathon.
She Was the Last Finisher of the 2025 Boston Marathon. Well, Kind Of
Under a new policy, the “official” results cut off at 5:30 p.m. Rayna Burke crossed the finish line at 5:29 p.m.
Des Linden Is the ‘Queen’ of the Boston Marathon. Here’s How Her Rivals Celebrated Her Farewell
“We were all bowing down to her.”
Sharon Lokedi Demolishes the Boston Marathon Course Record by Over 2 Minutes
Lokedi outlasted two-time defending champion Hellen Obiri in the final mile.
Des Linden to Retire From Professional Marathoning
The 2018 Boston champ is setting her sights on her next goal: running ultras.
Are Pros as Obsessed with Checking the Boston Weather as the Rest of Us?
Plus, the elites reveal which apps and websites they do—and do not—trust.
Keira D’Amato Got Hypothermia the Last Time She Ran Boston. 7 Years Later, She’s Finally Back
“I don’t even remember crossing the finish line.”
A Historic Change Could Bring New Money to College Athletes—but It’s Already Crushing Some Runners’ Dreams
NCAA track and cross-country athletes are being cut because of a transformative legal settlement.
Age-Defying Running Legend George Etzweiler Dies at 105
Feb 19, 2025.
I Break the Golden Rule of Running Every Race. You Should, Too
“Nothing new on race day” is time-tested advice. Sometimes you need to ignore it.
Eliud Kipchoge Will Race the 2025 Sydney Marathon in Its First Year as a World Major
Feb 10, 2025.
In Defense of the Word “Jogger”
The term gets a bad rap in the running community—but we should be using it more.
Just 2-3% of Applicants Were Selected to Run the 2025 New York City Marathon
More than 200,000 runners entered the drawing for the November race.
The First Step to Running More? Buy a Rice Cooker.
The cheap gadget is an unheralded training tool.
Harry Styles Ran the Tokyo Marathon—with Nearly Perfect Even Splits
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Tadese Takele and Sutume Asefa Kebede Win 2025 Tokyo Marathon
Dec 26, 2024.
My Dollar Store Hack to Make Treadmill Running Bearable
Shoes & Gear.
He Was Disqualified for Wearing “Illegal” Running Shoes. But Did They Give Him an Advantage?
Apr 18, 2025.
Nobody Waves Back to Me on My Runs. Am I the Problem?
Plus, a game that’s guaranteed to make you the most popular person on the trails.
Noah Lyles Is Officially Racing Tyreek Hill. It’s a Huge Mistake
The Olympic champion has nothing to gain—and everything to lose.
Jakob Ingebrigtsen Breaks Yared Nuguse’s Indoor Mile World Record—5 Days After It Was Set
The Norwegian took down Nuguse’s mark from last week’s Millrose Games.
‘Track Hack’ Plagued Athletes at This Famous Indoor Track. Until It Started Raining in There
A little mist makes runners go faster—and cough less—at The Armory.
He Broke the 800-Meter American Record, but Lost His High School National Record—All in One Race
Josh Hoey passed the torch to 16-year-old phenom Cooper Lutkenhaus at the Millrose Games.
Chappell Roan, Benson Boone, and 10 Other Celebrities Who Were High-School Track Athletes
We unearthed track and field results from these celebrities.
Leave Your Running Gloves at Home. Wear Socks Instead
They’re cheaper and will keep you warmer. Trust us.
Being a Pro Runner Can Be Boring. Graham Blanks Isn't
When he’s not training, the Olympian and soon-to-be Harvard graduate keeps busy by reading philosophy and bike commuting.
You Should Stop Showering Between Runs—and My 7 Other Running Rules for 2025
Hear me out...
Olympic Sprinter Fred Kerley Arrested and Charged With Resisting an Officer
The 29-year-old was booked early Friday after being subdued by police.
Colin Farrell Ran the Most Memorable Celebrity Marathon of 2024—but Not the Fastest
See which stars ran 26.2 miles and set PRs this year.
Mark Zuckerberg Ran the Most Impressive Celebrity 5K of 2024
But famous runners like Jelly Roll and Jason Kelce weren’t far behind.
Which Running Gear Is—and Isn’t—Worth Your Money
Not every piece of gear is worth it—here’s how to tell.